Police Lieutenant; Promotional

OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT MONTEREY PARK EMPLOYEES

The eligibility list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies in other divisions in the department for up to one (1) year.

This recruitment is set to close on Sunday, January 25, 2026.

In the event a sufficient number of qualified applications are received before the closing date, the recruitment may close prior to the closing date.

Applicants are urged to submit their applications as soon as possible, as this recruitment may close at any time without notice.

Under limited supervision from a Police Captain or the Police Chief, directs the activities of an assigned watch or unit of the Police Department; functions as Watch Commander; assigns, directs, and manages the work of personnel in patrol, investigations, support services, administration or specialized police staff activities.

Police Lieutenant applicants who meet the qualifications will be invited to take Oral Board Interviews.

Oral Interview:
Weighted 100% Tentatively Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Department Interviews:
Pass/Fail TBD

Completed City application,
including any related educational or training documents and certificates, must be submitted through the online application system within the filing period. Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed on-line application. Be sure to detail any education, training, or other relevant course work that would make you a particularly strong candidate. Incomplete employment applications will not be processed.

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Any combination equivalent to education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. An example of this is as follows:

• At time of appointment, five years' experience as a law enforcement officer, with at least one year of responsible supervisory & management experience, preferably as a Sergeant, and
• Experience as a Bureau or Watch Commander, and
• College credits equivalent to an Associate's degree.

The following are required at the time of appointment and as continued condition of employment:

• Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License and a satisfactory driving record,
• Possession of POST Intermediate Certificate,
• Possession of or eligibility to apply for a POST Supervisory Certificate within 18 months of appointment.